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May 13 2025HEALTH

Fixing Broken Femurs: What Makes Some Repairs Fail?

The femur, or thighbone, is the strongest bone in the body. But it can break, especially near the hip in a spot called the trochanter. When this happens, doctors often operate to fix it. Sometimes, though, the bone doesn't heal properly. This is known as a nonunion. It is a serious problem. A

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May 13 2025POLITICS

Medicaid Cuts: The Battle Within the Republican Party

The Republican Party is pushing forward with a plan to reduce Medicaid spending by hundreds of billions of dollars. This move comes despite internal disagreements and a promise from former President Trump not to cut the program. The House Republicans are determined to advance key parts of their bill

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May 13 2025HEALTH

The Power of Partners: How Men Shape Women's Contraceptive Choices in Angola and Zambia

In Angola and Zambia, a recent study has shed light on an often overlooked factor in women's reproductive health: the influence of their male partners. These countries are part of a group that has agreed to promote women's reproductive health. However, many studies have missed the mark by not consid

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May 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Local Wisdom in the Forefront of Natural Hazard Prediction

In the vast, rural landscapes of South Africa, local communities have been honing their skills in predicting natural hazards for generations. These skills are not just hobbies, but crucial tools for survival. The Joe Morolong Local Municipality in the Northern Cape is one such place where this tradi

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May 13 2025POLITICS

The Battle for School Choice: A $5 Billion Plan

A major debate is brewing in Washington as House Republicans push for a $5 billion yearly fund. This money would go towards scholarships for families wanting to send their kids to private or religious schools. This is a big deal because it's the first time such a large amount of public money is be

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May 12 2025CELEBRITIES

The Legal Showdown: Sean Combs Faces Serious Allegations

Sean Combs, known as Diddy, is now facing a critical legal battle. His defense team is vast and growing. It is a mix of experienced lawyers. The team has been bolstered recently with some high-profile additions. The original defense team included Marc Agnifilo and Teny Geragos from the firm Agnifi

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May 12 2025POLITICS

Medicaid Fight: Lawmakers Clash Over Health Care Cuts

The debate over Medicaid has reached a boiling point. Republicans in the House of Representatives have unveiled a significant portion of their plan. This plan includes cuts and changes to Medicaid. This is a crucial part of their agenda, which they hope to push through as a single, massive package.

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May 12 2025SCIENCE

How Consistent Are Mouse Brain Studies?

Brain research often depends on many labs working together to get the same results. But how often do these results match up? This question is especially important when it comes to measuring brain activity in mice during learning tasks. A group of 10 labs decided to find out. They used the same tools

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May 12 2025POLITICS

Trump's Controversial Plane Deal

A Boeing 747-8 is set to replace Air Force One, but the deal comes with a twist. The plane is a gift from the Qatari royal family, raising eyebrows and questions about ethics and legality. The Defense Department is planning to accept this multimillion-dollar jet, which will be retrofitted for presid

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May 11 2025POLITICS

A Presidential Gift: Trump to Receive Qatar's Luxury Jet

A lavish Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet is on its way to becoming the new Air Force One for President Donald Trump. This superluxury aircraft is a gift from the royal family of Qatar. The jet will serve as the presidential transport until Trump's second term concludes. The jet will be transferred to the Tr

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